Samantha Maxwell MBACP
I am a qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. As part of the Home-Start Merton team, I provide individual counselling sessions for adults of families supported by Home-Start.
Whatever challenges you may be facing – whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, overwhelmed or maybe your past is impacting on your life – counselling can provide a confidential space for you to speak about what is distressing you. I believe in providing my clients with a non-judgmental, warm, private and empathic environment where together we can explore the difficulties you may be facing. I will not offer you advice or tell you what to do, instead we will work collaboratively to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours that may be impacting on your well-being or relationships with yourself or others.
You may feel nervous about starting counselling but this is completely normal. I will be there to support you and will strive to create a relationship where you feel heard and comfortable to look into your concerns. I recognise that every person I work with is unique and so I tailor my approach to fit your needs and work at a pace that is comfortable for you.
I can help with a range of issues including bereavement, stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, abuse, relationship problems and work issues. Making a commitment to a regular time where you can focus on yourself and work through your concerns, can help you to gain insight and develop your self-awareness so that you can consider what you want for yourself moving forward.
Please contact your Home-Start Coordinator if you are interested in finding out more about our counselling service or would like to book an initial assessment.